Step into the RingoFire: A New Home... Greenville is one of the "hot spots" of the Southeast (obviously we think it's THE hot spot.) New industry is crowding the landscape bringing families from across the United States to settle in the Upstate. Greenville provides the perfect environment for businesses such as RingoFire to thrive. Established in 2016, RingoFire is a … [Read more...] about STEP INTO THE RINGOFIRE: A NEW HOME
GREENVILLE DENTAL STUDIO REOPENS
Greenville Dental Studio has reopened... As of Monday, May 11th, Greenville Dental Studio has now reopened for cleanings, check ups and all dental work for our Upstate community. It's time to keep smiling, Greenville! Does anyone really love going to the dentist? I've never been one to hop out of bed excited for a teeth cleaning or getting a cavity filled. Dentist … [Read more...] about GREENVILLE DENTAL STUDIO REOPENS
THE CHANDLER SCHOOL FROM HOME
The Chandler School from Home... Pandemic days are proving to be quite a challenge. Business as usual is no longer business as usual. Public schools (buildings, at least) are closed for the remainder of the 2019 - 2020 academic year. E-Learning has replaced face-to-face instruction in classrooms. Parents and teachers are on pins and needles waiting to hear about the start of … [Read more...] about THE CHANDLER SCHOOL FROM HOME
DUKE STRONG DURING THE PANDEMIC
Duke Strong during the Pandemic... Bob Dylan once sang, "These Times They Are A-Changin." Looking over the past few months, truer words have never been spoken (or sung, in this case.) Unique circumstances pop up daily forcing us to re-think our routines. In times like these, it's comforting to know that some things never change. Duke Sandwich Co. and Duke Foods is still a … [Read more...] about DUKE STRONG DURING THE PANDEMIC
THE PLUS SIDE TO THE PANDEMIC
The Plus Side to the Pandemic... It’s all you see when you turn on the television. Know what? There’s a remedy for that. Watch less television! Scroll past the news posts on Facebook. It’s important to stay informed, but do it without dwelling on all the negatives. Most weeks we crave a blank square on the calendar. But when you’re mandated to stop most normal (definition … [Read more...] about THE PLUS SIDE TO THE PANDEMIC
AT YOUR (CURBSIDE) SERVICE
At your (curbside) service... Being at home makes me hungry. You've heard of the "freshman fifteen." I'd like to introduce you to the "quarantine fifteen." And by fifteen, I mean at least thirty. Whether you're eating out of boredom or actual hunger, we've made a list of businesses in the Upstate who are ready to serve you. I'd hoped to write a short description of what … [Read more...] about AT YOUR (CURBSIDE) SERVICE
A GUIDE TO STAYING SANE DURING QUARANTINE
10 Ways to Remain Calm + Create Peace Inside Your Home (A Guide to Staying Sane During the Quarantine) Anyone else having a hard time keeping track of the days of the week? Staying home has a strange way of making every day seem like Saturday. There was a time, not so long ago, when that would have been a welcome relief to most of us. One more example of what we think would be … [Read more...] about A GUIDE TO STAYING SANE DURING QUARANTINE
YOUR GUIDE TO VIRTUAL LEARNING
Your Guide to Virtual Learning... We’re all stuck in the same boat. At home. If you have kids, you may be searching for ways to keep them busy while quarantined. Hiding in a closet isn’t an option. We thought we’d share a few of our favorite educational activities to use at home. And a few non-educational activities to ensure that you keep your hair. Khan … [Read more...] about YOUR GUIDE TO VIRTUAL LEARNING
GVL ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE & FESTIVAL
Are you ready to Get Your Green On? You don't have to be Irish to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Downtown Greenville. Just make sure you have the proper attire - I'm pretty sure it's no longer okay to pinch random strangers! (Was that ever okay?) Greenville has a long tradition of St. Patrick's Day parades dating back to 1918 when soldiers from Camp Sevier marched down … [Read more...] about GVL ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE & FESTIVAL
OUR HISTORY, YOUR ADDRESS: ELEMENTS WEST
Our History, Your Address: Elements West... Whether you're a recent transplant or native to the upstate, you have a chance to become a character in the story of Greenville. In the early 1900s, Greenville was the "Textile Center of the World". Today, abandoned mills dot the landscape, constant reminders of those glory days. Thanks to local owners, Jerry and Donna Gilley, … [Read more...] about OUR HISTORY, YOUR ADDRESS: ELEMENTS WEST